Old Testament
What languages was the Old Testament originally written in?
Hebrew and Aramaic
What does MLOE stand for?
M: man with wings
L: lion
O: ox
E: eagle
What is the official teaching office of the church?
Magisterium
The New Testament was originally written in what language?
Greek
How many books are in the Old Testament?
46
What are the symbols for saint Paul?
Sword and keys
The most important books in the Bible for Christians are?
The Gospels
How many books are in the New Testament
27
The Old Testament primarily tells the story of God's relationship with this people.
Israelites
How many authors wrote the bible?
40 authors
Catholics believe that the Bible is inerrant, meaning?
The bible is only in those truths necessary for our salvation.
Who wrote the Acts of the Apostles?
Luke
This book is the first book of the Old Testament.
Genesis
who are the main 5 authors of the bible?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Paul
Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition
What Method can we use to read and understand the New Testament?
Historical Critical method
The Old Testament set the stage for?
The coming of the Messiah
Why is Saint John's symbol the eagle?
It reflects an eagle's ability to fly over our heads and look directly into the sun. This is a metaphor for St. John's capacity to perceive and understand deep spiritual truths about Christ and the nature of God.
What did Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition spring from?
Sprang from the preaching of the Gospels.
Name three of the five categories of the New Testament.
Possible Responses:
Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, Letters, Catholic Epistles, Revelation.